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Man City: He’s ready to give everything for Barça, but Hansi Flick doesn’t want him

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Last updated: April 20, 2025 12:04 am
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It’s a story that keeps repeating itself, like a summer ritual with no end in sight. Once again, Bernardo Silva’s name is being linked with Barcelona. And once again, despite all the favorable signs, it looks like the outcome will remain unchanged: a dream left unfulfilled.

The Portuguese maestro has always harbored ambitions of wearing the iconic Blaugrana shirt. Over the years, he has not hidden his admiration for the club, its philosophy, and the legacy of players who inspired him. Yet, year after year, the door to his dream destination remains firmly closed.

This summer seemed different. For the first time, Bernardo Silva has a release clause that would make him accessible — around €50 million. It’s a reasonable figure in today’s market, especially for a player of his pedigree. Add to that his willingness to accept a pay cut, and it seemed everything was finally aligning for a move to Catalunya.

But no — not this time either. Despite Bernardo’s open signals, Barcelona’s new coach Hansi Flick has no intention of pursuing the Manchester City star. The German tactician has a new vision, and unfortunately for Silva, he doesn’t fit into it.

Flick, recently appointed to bring new energy to a transitioning Barça, is determined to build a team focused on youth, speed, and verticality. Players like Jamal Musiala and Xavi Simons are already being targeted by the club — younger profiles with explosive potential and room to grow under Flick’s guidance.

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As graceful and intelligent as Bernardo is on the ball, at 30 years old, he no longer matches the profile Flick is after. His style, which combines control and measured creativity, contrasts with the high-intensity, fast-paced football the new coach envisions. Flick wants directness, aggression, and rapid transitions. Bernardo offers rhythm, composure, and control — qualities that were once cherished at Barcelona, but not in the current project.

It’s not that the club disrespects Bernardo’s talent. In fact, he would have been a perfect fit in another era — perhaps during the peak of Guardiola’s tiki-taka revolution or even during Xavi’s short stint. But under Flick, priorities have shifted, and Silva is no longer at the center of the club’s ambitions.

Even so, Bernardo isn’t giving up easily. He’s already turned down massive offers from Saudi Arabia, showing his desire to remain in elite European football. More than anything, he wants to be part of Barcelona’s next chapter, even if it means cutting his salary in half.

The message is clear: he’s willing to make sacrifices. But the response from Barça has remained vague — polite but non-committal. The door isn’t locked, but it certainly isn’t swinging open either.

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Bernardo knows time is against him. This might be his last real chance to wear the Blaugrana colors. He’s not getting any younger, and each passing summer makes a transfer less likely. That’s why he’s pushing hard now, hoping the club will change its stance before the window closes.

But if things don’t evolve by July, Bernardo will start considering other options. PSG has shown interest in the past. Serie A clubs are monitoring his situation. And of course, the Saudi Pro League is always ready with a blank check. Still, his heart remains with Barça — for now.

As for Hansi Flick, he remains unwavering. He’s on a mission to reshape Barcelona in his image — youthful, dynamic, and future-focused. The German is not looking backward or sideways. He’s looking ahead, and unfortunately for Bernardo Silva, he’s not in that line of sight.

This situation speaks volumes about the evolution of Barcelona’s recruitment policy. The club, once desperate for ready-made stars, is now choosing to invest in long-term potential. They’re no longer just reacting to availability or sentiment. There’s a strategy in place, and Flick is the architect.

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It also underlines how cruel timing can be in football. Just a few years earlier, and Bernardo might have been hailed as the perfect Barça signing. Now, despite his efforts and sacrifices, he finds himself left out of the project entirely.

For the fans, it’s bittersweet. Many admire Bernardo Silva’s brilliance and would love to see him light up the Camp Nou. But even they are starting to accept the reality — that his dream and Barça’s reality are simply not meant to meet.

As the summer unfolds, expect more speculation, more whispers of last-minute negotiations, and more emotional appeals. But unless something drastic happens, the result seems inevitable: Bernardo Silva will once again watch the gates of Camp Nou remain closed to him.

And Hansi Flick? He’ll continue with his rebuild, undistracted by sentiment, focused solely on the future. Because for him, building the new Barcelona doesn’t mean honoring past dreams — it means creating new ones.

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